INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.
If the free length is less than the minimum, replace the compression spring. | |
(b) Temporarily install a new exhaust pipe gasket to the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly.
(c) Using a plastic hammer and wooden block, tap in the exhaust pipe gasket until its surface is flush with the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly. NOTICE:
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(d) Connect the front exhaust pipe assembly to the 2 exhaust pipe supports.
(e) Install the front exhaust pipe assembly to the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly with the 2 compression springs and 2 bolts.
Torque:
43 N·m {438 kgf·cm, 32 ft·lbf}
HINT:
After installation, check that the space between the flanges of the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly and front exhaust pipe assembly is consistent front-to-rear and left-to-right.
*1 | Exhaust Manifold Converter sub-Assembly |
*2 | Front Exhaust Pipe Assembly |
*3 | Exhaust Pipe Gasket |
*a | Space between Flanges: 8.5 mm (0.335 in.) |
2. INSTALL NO. 2 AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR
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3. INSTALL CENTER NO. 1 FLOOR BRACE
(a) Install the center No. 1 floor brace to the body with the 2 nuts.
Torque:
28 N·m {286 kgf·cm, 21 ft·lbf}
4. INSTALL FRONT FLOOR CENTER BRACE
(a) Install the front floor center brace to the body with the bolt.
Torque:
5.0 N·m {51 kgf·cm, 44 in·lbf}
5. INSTALL CENTER NO. 4 ENGINE UNDER COVER
(a) Install the center No. 4 engine under cover to the body with the 4 bolts.
Torque:
5.0 N·m {51 kgf·cm, 44 in·lbf}
6. INSTALL TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
(a) Install a new gasket to the front exhaust pipe assembly.
(b) Connect the front exhaust pipe assembly to the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
(c) Install the tail exhaust pipe assembly to the front exhaust pipe assembly with 2 bolts.
Torque:
43 N·m {438 kgf·cm, 32 ft·lbf}
7. INSPECT EXHAUST GAS LEAK
If gas is leaking, tighten the areas necessary to stop the leak. Replace damaged parts as necessary.
(a) Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing an exhaust gas leak.
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WARNING
Never allow a person to ride in the luggage compartment/trunk
Allowing a person to ride in the luggage compartment/trunk is dangerous. The person in the luggage compartment/trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision.
Do not drive with the liftgate/trunk lid open